It’s no secret that newspapers — and their staffs — are hurting these days. Many experts have predicted their downfall, along with that of other print media, ever since a stubborn, persistent Internet began to eat into profits about 10 years ago. …

How would you do like to do your business on a $70,000 toilet? Monday, you’ll get your chance. That’s when Cougar Rock Campground in Mount Rainier National Park gets its very own high-tech bio toilet, all thanks to a donation by an organization called Groundwork Mishima. …

Peace activist Cindy Sheehan is setting her sights on the congressional seat held by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. Understandably, she needs a little help. So she’s holding a fundraiser at Town Hall tomorrow. …